The Rock 98.5 FM

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The Rock 98.5 FM Yorkton (CJJC-FM) launched in 2006 is a Christian Contemporary music station owned by Dennis M. Dyck. therock98five traces its roots back to October 2005 when CRTC approved the low-power specialty commercial English FM station. To be launched channel would operate on a frequency of 100.5 MHz using an ERP of 44.8 watts. The content aired by the Family friendly and Multicultural station would include religious programming, Gospel music, 27 hours of local acquired religious content, spoken-word, Aboriginal community and programs with a focus on local Ukrainian Community, teen issues, local news and sports stories. the Rock 98fiveFM signed on air on December 19, 2005 however, the official launch got aired on January 2, 2006 from the studios at 395 Riverview Road in Yorkton.

Transmitter side was shifted after the approval of CRTC in 2008. The contours for therock98five were changed with frequency changing to 98.5 MHz and power increasing to 50,000 watts after CRTC granted the permissions. The change in technical parameters would help CJJC-FM expand its listenership and increase its revenues from advertising and other sources in Yorkton. License of The Rock 98.5 was further indorsed in August 2012 to August 31, 2013. Audiences through the official site are able make best of their visit with quality music, informative talk, Christian contemporary charts, Agricultural programs, special event coverage, The Rock Mag, ROCKIN’ Radio Auction, ongoing Contests, (Bunch for Lunch, A & W Brainbuster) and inspirational content for Ukrainian community and Filipino people. 24×7 radio The Rock 98.5 covers the Yorkton and area with a high power transmitter that ensures a rock solid presence in Prairies with a reach to over 130,000 potential audiences. Audiences can also make prayer requests and submit events on the site of The Rock 98.5. You can follow the The Rock 98.5 FM on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. Here is the website: www.therock98.5.ca